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TUITION, FEES and GUIDELINES continued
Guidelines for Budgeting a Full Academic Year at NJC
Outlined here is a guideline for budgeting the costs associated with a full academic year at NJC. Mandatory trips ensure that students have a good measure of travel ahead. Students may supplement their experience by choosing from the list of optional school trips and organizing independent travel excursions.
Optional travel is optional! It is rare for a student to go on every trip; instead, they choose from a wide variety of local excursions, trips integrated with the curriculum and others that pique their interests. It is common for students to select one Model UN competition in addition to the school-organized trips that meet their interests and budgets. For the December holidays, students must travel home or to other destinations.
Independent travel is very cost-effective for students because they are able to travel in small groups and by train and stay in reputable, budget-conscious youth hostels or inns. Exploring the neighbouring countries of Switzerland, or other cities within Switzerland—including ski destinations—are common independent travel options. The major cities of Europe are accessible within a few hours by train. Students may organize up to three independent travel weekends per semester.
INCLUDED IN TUITION FEES
Academics
● Academic instruction
● Faculty Advisor Program
● Textbooks and E-learning resources
● Technology use and online resources
● IT and Network support
● Various Day Trips, Outdoor/Sporting Activities (limited selection)
● University Placement & Career Counselling Services
● Support of the Director of University Guidance and Counselling career seminars and workshops
Accommodation
● Room and board with pension family during the week and on weekends when the student is not travelling
● Lunch from Monday to Friday at designated dining hall in Neuchâtel Travel
● September Orientation Trip to the German and Italian Regions of Switzerland
Miscellaneous
● Local Transportation Pass
● Swiss Pass (enables student to purchase train travel within Switzerland for reduced rates)
● Residence Permit
● Accident insurance
● Seasonal banquets
● Graduation ceremony and reception for student and two family guests
● School Yearbook
NOT INCLUDED IN TUITION FEES
Airfare
● Round-trip flight to Switzerland from Canada $1,700 CAD (estimated) Families are welcome to book flights with travel reward points